Rockwall Homes with Backs To Greenbelt Park Lot description

Welcome to Rockwall County, Texas, a hidden gem nestled just east of Dallas that offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant community, Rockwall is an ideal place for families, retirees, and everyone in between. With a rich history and a booming economy, this county boasts excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and a charming downtown area that features delightful shops, restaurants, and waterfront parks along Lake Ray Hubbard.

One of the most sought-after features in Rockwall County homes is their proximity to greenbelt parks. Imagine waking up each morning to the serene views of lush greenery right in your backyard! Homes with lots that back to a greenbelt park provide not only stunning vistas but also a sense of privacy and tranquility. These properties offer direct access to walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds, making it easy for families to enjoy outdoor activities without venturing far from home.

The thoughtfully designed communities in Rockwall cater to diverse lifestyles, whether you prefer a modern abode or a charming traditional home. Many of these residences are equipped with spacious backyards, ideal for hosting gatherings or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings. Living in Rockwall means enjoying the best of both worlds: a vibrant community atmosphere coupled with the natural beauty of parks and green spaces.

Explore the inviting neighborhoods of Rockwall County and discover your dream home that backs to a greenbelt park—where nature and community come together in perfect harmony!

Newest Rockwall Homes with Backs To Greenbelt Park Lot description

$949,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21367108 MLS

2208 Sarah Dr, Rockwall

$598,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21370909 MLS

Welcome to the perfect blend of comfort, space, and outdoor living in Royse City. Situated on 1.5 acres+, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,425 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space and an incredible backyard retreat. Step inside to an open-concept layout with high ceilings, crown molding, and rich wood flooring that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living room features a stunning stone fireplace and large windows that bring in natural light while offering views of the backyard oasis. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry, and a large breakfast bar that opens to the dining and living areas. A versatile flex space currently used as a game room provides the perfect area for a pool table, media room, or second living space. The private primary suite offers plenty of room to relax and includes a spacious ensuite bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and large walk-in closet. Step outside and you’ll find a backyard built for entertaining. The sparkling gunite pool (2017) is the centerpiece of the outdoor space and is complemented by a stunning covered cabana, creating a perfect setting for relaxing or hosting gatherings. With wide open views and plenty of yard space, this property offers the privacy and freedom that acreage living provides. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing extra space will appreciate the impressive 20x40 workshop (2015), offering ample room for vehicles, storage, and projects. New outside HVAC (2019) New inside HVAC (2025) Located in Royse City with easy access to nearby amenities while still enjoying the peace of country-style living, this property offers the space, features, and outdoor lifestyle that are increasingly hard to find. HVAC, entire system-attic & outside units-all checked and filter replaced (Feb 2026)

245 Mckinley Ln, Royse City

$867,244

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21370375 MLS

Discover the Highland Homes Leyland plan in Monterra, offering an open, light-filled design with exceptional versatility and style. This thoughtfully designed home features abundant windows, high ceilings, a fireplace, study, powder bath, game room, and inviting outdoor living space. The primary suite offers a bay window and spa-inspired bath with a free-standing tub and glass shower. An iron stair railing adds architectural detail, while the kitchen is made for entertaining with a paneled island, quartz countertops, and 36” gas cooktop. Monterra is a vibrant planned community featuring a resort-style pool, pickleball court, walking trails, playground, and amenity center creating a strong sense of neighborhood identity and belonging. Enjoy convenient access to grocery stores, shopping, and major employment centers. Highland Homes is an award-winning builder known for quality and craftsmanship, offering exceptional value and the builder warranty adds confidence.

1202 Tenuta Dr, Fate

$665,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21367893 MLS

North Rockwall Beauty in Castle Ridge! Stunning home offering over 4,500 sq ft on quarter acre has an incredibly versatile layout designed to fit every lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, the inviting curb appeal and grand iron front door make a lasting impression. Inside, you’ll find elegant finishes throughout including fresh designer paint, arched architectural details, and decorative niches that add charm and character at every turn. The formal Living and Dining Rooms and private Study featuring a cozy fireplace and hand-scraped wood flooring are near the welcoming foyer. The open-concept Kitchen with center island and double ovens is ideal for entertaining with ample seating at the bar and overlooks the Breakfast Nook. The oversized Family Room has tons of natural light and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with hearth & mantle. Upstairs holds expansive Game and Media Rooms plus a flex space with custom cabinetry - perfect for crafting or gym equipment. And don’t forget 3 bedrooms and 2 baths including a practical Jack ’n Jill bath. The private backyard oasis is complete with a large pergola, built-in grill and 10 ft deep pool with water feature – perfect for family fun and hosting friends and family. There’s even a separate side yard for a dog run! This home is situated directly across from a large green space where neighbors gather, and kids play and not far from the Community’s picnic pavilion. Castle Ridge is zoned for Nebbie Williams Elementary School - highly sought-after. This home truly checks every box—space, style, functionality, and location all in one.

3912 Thorndale Ln, Rockwall

$385,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21364836 MLS

Located in the Woodcreek community of Fate, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 2,796 square feet with a flexible floor plan and plenty of room to spread out. The main living area features wood-look flooring, abundant natural light, and a brick fireplace, with an open flow into the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen offers generous cabinet and counter space, a large center island, gas range, and multiple windows overlooking the backyard. The spacious primary suite includes an ensuite bath with dual sinks and a separate shower. Outside is where this home really stands out. The fenced backyard backs to a greenbelt and features an extended wood deck with a pergola and hot tub, plus a covered patio that creates multiple spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Additional highlights include a two-car garage and a new roof installed in 2024. Conveniently located in Fate, Texas, with access to nearby shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this Woodcreek home combines 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, generous living space, and an outdoor setting that is difficult to duplicate.

218 Mulberry Dr, Fate

$325,000

21364491 MLS

An extraordinary opportunity in the highly sought-after Rolling Hills neighborhood along Stodghill Road, offering flexible land-use possibilities and long-term potential in a growing Rockwall area. Buyers may explore custom residential, commercial, or other potential uses and are encouraged to consult with the City of Rockwall regarding zoning. This unimproved parcel offers a rare blank canvas with generous lot proportions, privacy, and wide-open views. Bring your own builder to create a private country estate, hold the property for future development, or explore opportunities influenced by the surrounding commercial growth. Located just minutes from Lake Ray Hubbard, Rockwall ISD schools, I-30, shopping, dining, and expanding development throughout the Rockwall area, the property combines country space with convenient access to major amenities. A unique opportunity for buyers seeking acreage, flexibility, and future upside in a rapidly developing area. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify zoning, permitted uses, utilities, development requirements, and all property information with the appropriate authorities.

Fm3549 Stodghill Rd, Fate

$678,848

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21359101 MLS

Stunning new Grand Home JUST COMPLETED in the highly sought-after Edgewater community—a master-planned neighborhood offering resort-style amenities including a swimming pool, scenic walking trails, parks, a playground, and a spacious outdoor event lawn. This east-facing home sits in a prime corner lot across from a tranquil lake and 2 blocks from the neighborhood pool, making it perfect for families. It’s also within walking or biking distance to the elementary school, combining convenience with community charm. A wide mahogany front door opens to a beautiful interior featuring a curved staircase with elegant iron balusters and a living or home office space that adds architectural charm. The open-concept kitchen is built for entertaining, complete with a butler’s pantry, granite slab countertops with slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, commercial-style 6-burner gas cooktop, commercial vent hood, and Shaker cabinetry with built-in storage for trash and cookware. A large island provides the ideal space for meal prep, entertaining, or casual dining. The vaulted family room has a wall of windows and laminate wood floors—perfect for entertaining. The main level is enhanced by soaring 8-foot doors throughout for a spacious feel with laminate wood floors & sound system & flat screen TV wiring. The luxurious primary suite includes a freestanding soaking tub, champagne plumbing fixtures, glass-enclosed shower with designer tile, and dual vanities. Upstairs features a floating game room, a media room & a bonus room that can be a playroom, creative space, or kids' retreat. Built by an Energy Star Partner, this home includes energy-efficient upgrades like R-38 insulation, vinyl windows, 2x6 construction, and a tankless water heater. With no MUD or PID taxes, this home offers long-term value and true peace of mind.

256 Golden Run Dr, Fate

$435,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21360261 MLS

Welcome home to one of the MOST beautiful properties in Lakeview Summit! Upon arrival, you’ll immediately notice the beautiful curb appeal of this thoughtfully landscaped home, highlighted by a custom-designed iron door that perfectly complements the custom outdoor lighting and gorgeous chandeliers throughout the home. Step inside and be welcomed by warm, inviting natural light and stunning views of the backyard, where mature oak trees create a beautiful green backdrop against the gleaming wood floors. The updated kitchen features freshly painted cabinets, updated hardware, and custom built-ins, including a convenient wine rack. The cozy fireplace serves as the anchor of the inviting living room, creating the perfect space to relax and gather. The downstairs primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with stunning backyard views, seamlessly bringing the tranquility of nature into your everyday living space. Enjoy the privacy of the lushly landscaped yard, surrounded by an extra-tall wooden fence and enhanced by the rare amenity of backing directly to a true greenbelt and walking trail that connects to Squabble Creek Nature Preserve. The thoughtfully designed split floor plan includes three additional spacious bedrooms upstairs, along with their own living area—perfect for a game room, home office, media room, or flexible additional living space. This beautiful home effortlessly combines warmth, character, and thoughtful updates with the peaceful beauty of its mature, private surroundings. Many residents enjoy easy access to the YMCA, a walkable neighborhood, top rated elementary school, proximity to downtown Rockwall retail, dining and entertainment.

454 Fremont Dr, Rockwall

$1,195,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21350439 MLS

Nestled on just under half an acre in Heath Crossing one of Heath's most sought after neighborhoods, this custom Paul Regan build checks every box. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and a layout that actually works for real life. Inside you'll find two living areas, a dining room, game room, and a dedicated media room upstairs. The kitchen is built for serious cooking with a 6-burner cooktop and griddle, double ovens, large island, and plenty of cabinet space. The primary suite delivers a true spa-like bath, and the additional bedrooms are generously sized for family or guests. Out back is where this home really separates itself. Resort-style pool, covered patio with outdoor grill, a second-story balcony overlooking the pool, a private putting green, and a pergola sitting area surrounded by mature trees. It's a backyard you'll actually use. 3-car garage, prime Rockwall location minutes from Lake Ray Hubbard, dining, and shopping. Homes like this don't come up often.

117 Mallard Xing, Heath

$799,900

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 21359047 MLS

Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the established Buffalo Creek Country Club Estates community, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers a beautiful setting surrounded by mature trees and peaceful views of the green pasture beyond the backyard. Inside, a welcoming floor plan provides generous spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. A striking double-sided fireplace connects the front living areas, creating warmth and character, while a wet bar complete with refrigerator and wine cooler makes entertaining effortless. A dedicated office with built-in bookshelves provides an inviting space for working from home, reading, or study. The dining area offers plenty of room for gatherings, while the spacious kitchen features a large center island, abundant workspace, and decorative lighting. Thoughtful details throughout include ceiling fans and generous walk-in closets. Enjoy the charm and character of an established Heath neighborhood with mature landscaping, nearby recreation, and convenient access to Lake Ray Hubbard, shopping, dining, and I-30—all while coming home to a quiet cul-de-sac and relaxing pasture views.

2409 Legend Dr, Heath

$299,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21357841 MLS

Some parcels are bought for what they are. This one is bought for where it is going. 0.56 acres with hard frontage on FM 740, sitting across from a district the City of Heath has spent the last two years rebuilding. Towne Center Park reopened on July 4, 2026 after a $12.8 million renovation that delivered a performance pavilion, eight pickleball courts, a splashpad, and a festival street built for food trucks. Hubbard Drive is in the final phase of a $5.4 million reconstruction bringing new concrete paving, upgraded drainage, and a completed multi use trail, contracted through December 2026. Then there is the trail behind the property. Heath's March 2026 Parks and Trails Map shows it as existing and built, running the back of the tract and feeding into the Towne Center Park network just across FM 740. Pedestrians reach this corner without ever touching the highway shoulder. Hard frontage in front, finished public trail behind, and a park across the street is a combination that does not come back around on a corridor this active. The restaurants are following. 1880 Kitchen, a 5,500 square foot destination concept from Agon Dika of Giovanni's at The Harbor, is coming to The Reserve just off the trail that links FM 740 to Chris Cuny Boulevard, with 70 to 80 jobs behind it. The tract is zoned residential today, improved with a single family home previously leased to tenants for several years, so it carries itself while the corridor finishes coming together. Heath's 2025 Comprehensive Plan points FM 740 toward future commercial and mixed use. Rezoning still requires City approval and none has been granted, which is precisely why the entry point still works. Frontage does not get rebuilt. FM 740, FM 549, and Laurence Drive converge moments away, Rockwall ISD serves the area, and Lake Ray Hubbard anchors the market. Bring your vision and your survey, and let us talk about what this corner becomes.

2471 N Fm 740, Heath

$1,150,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21353772 MLS

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to own two custom homes on 8 scenic acres in highly desirable Fate, Texas—perfect for multi-generational living, a family compound, homesteading, income-producing property, or a private retreat just minutes from Rockwall and the Dallas metroplex. The beautifully maintained primary residence offers approximately 2,250 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and inviting front and back porches designed for enjoying peaceful Texas sunsets. The expansive outdoor living area features a sink, electricity, heated outdoor shower, and a massive fenced backyard already plumbed with natural gas for a future outdoor kitchen and resort-style pool. Inside, you'll find rich wood flooring, granite countertops, custom built-ins, and a luxurious spa-inspired primary suite. Designed with comfort and accessibility in mind, the second custom home spans 2,414 square feet and was thoughtfully built with wheelchair-accessible wide doorways, oversized living spaces, and two spacious bedroom suites, each with a private ensuite bath and oversized walk-in closet. A stunning wall of windows showcases peaceful views of Lake Stodghill, while custom plantation shutters provide beauty and privacy. The property also includes an RV-height insulated metal shop, Generac generator, plus a sunroom, dedicated office, abundant custom storage, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Whether you're searching for a homestead with room to grow, a family estate, multi-generational property, a home with space for aging parents, adult children, or guests, or an investment opportunity with rental income potential, this one-of-a-kind property offers flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find. With open acreage, breathtaking front porch views, premium custom finishes, and endless possibilities for country living near top amenities, this is a rare opportunity to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. No HOA just wide open spaces!

2104 2140-B W, Fate

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